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Ribble Valley is at the official centre of the Kingdom and is a place infused with history, holidng a wonderfully rich heritage.
An area of outstanding natural beauty, well-known for its scenic countryside, delicious food and famous landmarks, Ribble Valley is at the official centre of the Kingdom and is a place infused with history, holding a wonderfullyrich heritage.
Award-winning Clitheroe Castle is a major must-see landmark in Ribble Valley, with a fascinating interactive museum and Keep. The castle’s Keep is free to explore and you can also enjoy breath-taking panoramic views of the Valley from this historic location.
Close-by to Clitheroe Castle, you will find former textiles mill, Holmes Mill. Established in 1823, Holmes Mill has officially been brought back to life and has now been developed into a beautifully designed leisure venue, with its very own beer hall, food hall and hotel. To complete such beautiful décor, you will find some original features to keep the Victorian Industrial theme going, such as a large mill engine located in the ‘engine room’.
The 14th Century Whalley Abbey is yet another famous visitor attraction, set in beautiful gardens and lush woodland beside the River Calder. Just 8 miles from Whalley Abbey lays the remains of a Cistercian Abbey in Sawley, founded in 1148 and located on the banks of the River Ribble. Here, you can explore the few significant structures of the buildings that remain, since Henry VIII’s dissolution of the Monasteries in 1536.
Located on the North bank of the River Ribble, you will find Lancashire’s only specialist Roman museum, in the picturesque Roman village of Ribchester. The museum was built above the remains of the headquarters building of the Roman fort and opened up to the public, back in 1914. Each year, the museum holds an annual Roman re-enactment, where visitors can come along and watch exciting and realistic demonstrations, based on the everyday and military life of the Romans.
Dominating the skyline of the rural and picturesque landscape, lays the historically famous Pendle Hill. It is renowned for its connection with the trials of the 17th century Pendle witches, which took place in 1612, as well as for the visitation of George Fox, who had a vision of a “great people to be gathered” waiting for him. Pendle Hill is an incredibly atmospheric place, bursting with fascinating history and has the most stunning views to enjoy.
Set in a beautiful and rural landscape in the Forest of Bowland, you will find privately-owned Elizabethan home, Browsholme Hall. After 14 generations, it is claimed to be the oldest surviving family home in Lancashire. Visitors are invited in to the home to experience a guided tour and explore its beautiful architecture, fabulous interior and antique furnishings.
Longridge Heritage Centre allows people to collect information based on Longridge and the surrounding area. Open to the public, you are able to visit the centre and browse through photographs or even experience one of the frequently changing exhibitions. You can even attend talks on local heritage topics that are held throughout the year.
Discover more www.visitribblevalley.co.uk
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- From leisurely country walks to feasting on local delights such as Bowland venison, discover the top things to do in The Ribble Valley - featured in The Telegraph Travel section.
